LeaderSHOP

In a culture that equates busyness with value, productivity with exhaustion, and rest with reward, Dr. Natalie Nixon offers a radically human alternative. A creativity strategist and trusted advisor to C-suite leaders, Natalie challenges the outdated, industrial-era assumptions that still govern how we work, measure success, and relate to time. Her work invites leaders to reimagine productivity no...

In today’s attention-starved, algorithm-driven marketplace, meaningful connection has become the ultimate competitive advantage. Few leaders understand this intersection of technology and humanity better than Frank Vella, CEO of Constant Contact. Under his leadership, Constant Contact now delivers hundreds of millions of emails each day, helping small businesses and nonprofits stay relevant, perso...

Grandfathers often see themselves as supporting actors in the family story, but as Ted Page reminds us, they may in fact hold one of life’s most underestimated leadership roles. In this heartfelt conversation, Ted—copywriter-turned-entrepreneur, creative powerhouse, and author of Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood —talks about the profound influence grandparents can have acros...

What if the key to unlocking your next level of growth wasn’t a course, a credential, or a job title—but a relationship? In this episode of LeaderSHOP, we sit down with John Koelliker, co-founder and CEO of Leland, a fast-growing coaching marketplace built on the radical idea that world-class guidance should be accessible to everyone. From career advancement and executive leadership to mental well...

In today’s hyper-connected world, exhaustion often masquerades as productivity. We jump from app to app, platform to platform, meeting to message—and by the end of the day, our minds feel scattered, foggy, and depleted. In this episode we visit with Dr. Paul Leonardi, a globally respected expert on how technology reshapes attention, collaboration, and behavior. Drawing from two decades of research...

Whether you’re leading a startup, navigating a corporate labyrinth, or simply trying to elevate collaboration inside your department, this conversation offers a practical blueprint for diagnosing dysfunction, developing emerging leaders, and helping team members step confidently into multiple roles. Mark Murphy explains why some teams spin their wheels, why others innovate brilliantly, and how eve...

Sébastien, Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price and author of The Psychology of Leadership, brings a refreshingly counterintuitive view of leadership—one grounded in behavioral science, personality psychology, neuroleadership, and decades of experience leading global teams. His message is clear: many of the traits people typically associate with great leaders—constant talking, relentless pers...

For more than 25 years, Mark (now a bestselling author and in-demand coach) led large, distributed teams to record-breaking achievements by doing something organizations long dismissed as “soft”: caring deeply about people. His philosophy, grounded in research from psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral economics, shows that when people feel valued, connected, and supported, performance rises pr...

Elmore, a seasoned generational expert, offers a compelling look at how Gen Z differs from Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers—not just in behavior, but in how they learn, lead, and challenge the status quo. Raised in a digital-first world and shaped by the isolation of the pandemic, Gen Z brings a distinct blend of individualism, skepticism, and future-focused thinking to the workplace. Through stori...

The brilliant Goldie Chan—author, brand strategist, and creator of one of LinkedIn’s longest-running daily video series—is known for helping introverts build powerful, authentic personal brands. She dismantles the myth that branding requires extroversion or constant performance. Instead, she introduces a thoughtful model where storytelling, clarity, and intentional visibility become sustainable to...

Drawing on decades of research, Dr. Vanessa Druskat challenges the conventional wisdom that team success hinges on individual talent. Instead, she reveals how emotionally intelligent norms—shared expectations around communication, empathy, and collaboration—create the conditions for high performance. Druskat’s insights are especially timely in an era where remote work, cross-functional teams, and...

In an age of instant headlines, social media spin, and polarized public discourse, journalism faces an existential test: How can truth prevail in a world where trust is fragile and facts compete with fiction? For veteran broadcaster Bill Hemmer, the answer lies in discipline, curiosity, empathy, and the relentless pursuit of accuracy. As co-anchor of America’s Newsroom on FOX News, Hemmer has spen...

In a culture that glorifies grit but often punishes vulnerability, resilience has become both a buzzword and a blind spot. We tend to think of resilience as something we either have or don’t—an inborn trait rather than an intentional practice. But what if resilience is actually a strategy, one that can be designed, developed, and sustained over time? Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier—known as “MH”—is a p...

Known for transforming the USS Santa Fe from the worst-performing submarine in the fleet to the best, retired U.S. Navy captain David Marquet challenges conventional leadership models by advocating for empowerment, autonomy, and radical perspective shifts. His latest book— Distancing: How Great Leaders Reframe to Make Better Decisions —explores how psychological distancing can sharpen decision-mak...

In the high-stakes world of executive decision-making, what we don’t see often matters more than what we do. Clinical psychologist turned executive coach Dr. Martin Dubin, author of Blindspotting, believes that leadership blind spots aren’t occasional oversights—they’re recurring patterns rooted in identity, emotion, and motive. Drawing on decades of experience advising CEOs and senior leaders, Du...

What if lasting personal and professional change didn’t depend on willpower or effort, but on finding the one difference that truly makes the difference ? In this engaging conversation, cognitive psychologist and author Dr. Josh Davis helps us explore how small, targeted shifts in mindset and behavior can produce profound transformation. Drawing from decades of research in neuroscience, psychother...

In today’s attention-starved world, the ability to speak memorably isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a competitive advantage. In this episode, Emmy-winning journalist and elite communications coach Bill McGowan explores the art of captivating an audience. Bill has trained founders of Amazon, Meta, LinkedIn, and Spotify, as well as Oscar winners and Olympic champions. His insights are rooted in decade...

What if the key to success isn’t learning more—but learning less, better? In this energizing episode you’ll hear digital entrepreneur and bestselling author Pat Flynn unpack the mindset shifts and micro-strategies that helped him turn a layoff into a multimillion-dollar business. Pat’s story is one of humility, experimentation, and radical transparency, and his book, Lean Learning: How to Achieve...

In a world obsessed with metrics, titles, and achievements, one of the most powerful human needs often goes overlooked—the need to matter . Dr. Zach Mercurio, author of The Power of Mattering: How Leaders Can Create a Culture of Significance , appears our podcast to explore how this fundamental force shapes our well-being, motivation, and sense of purpose. Drawing from cutting-edge psychology and...

Most of us know what we want—fewer of us have the courage to go after it. In this episode, Jenny Wood, bestselling author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It , shares how to face down fear, rewrite the stories that hold you back, and step boldly into opportunities. Drawing on her experience as a former Google executive, Harvard researcher, and coach to thousands, Jenny explains how...

In a world that rewards complexity and speed, Dr. Rob Fazio makes a counterintuitive case for simplicity. As a licensed psychologist, executive coach, and author of Simple Is the New Smart , Fazio helps high performers cut through noise, ego, and distraction to focus on what truly drives impact. In this episode, Rodger and Rob unpack the psychology of power, the art of presence, and why emotional...

In a world of chatbots, dashboards, and transactional overload, Joseph Michelli reminds us that the most powerful business tool is still human connection. In this episode, Rodger Dean Duncan sits down with the bestselling author of All Business Is Personal to explore how emotional intelligence, authentic relationships, and intentional leadership can dramatically enhance customer experience and emp...

What happens when a 26-year Enterprise veteran turns his attention to the hidden engine of organizational success? You get Eric Stone—culture strategist, founder of Clear Path Ventures, and author of Jumpstart Your Workplace Culture . In this episode, Eric joins Rodger Dean Duncan to unpack the myths, mechanics, and measurable impact of workplace culture. From empathy-driven accountability to the...

In this refreshingly candid conversation, Henna Pryor—author, keynote speaker, and workplace performance expert—unpacks the surprising power of awkwardness. Drawing from her book Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become the Bravest You , Henna challenges the myth that awkward moments should be avoided. Instead, she shows how they can be leveraged for credibi...

In this episode of LeaderSHOP, we sit down with legendary author and speaker Brian Tracy, whose work has shaped the mindset and habits of millions of entrepreneurs, executives, and lifelong learners. From his early days selling soap door-to-door to becoming one of the most influential voices in personal development, Brian’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, clarity, and strategic action. You...